Clippers play host to Lakers on Saturday

When: 7:30.

Where: Staples Center.

On the air: TV: Prime Ticket, Channel 9; Radio: 710, 980, 1330.

Records: Lakers 8-4 through Thursday, Clippers 5-3.

Update: The Kobe Bryant vs. Blake Griffin tally stands at 3-1, in the Lakers’ favor, after last season’s games. This season the Lakers have spent more time playing than practicing: Saturday night’s contest is their fifth game this week and their 14th game of the season, matching the Bulls for most games played. Meanwhile, the Clippers are suiting up for only their ninth game, the fewest of any NBA team.